The benefits of rose teas and herbal teas
Rose tea in all its colors
The vegetal and bitter notes of tea can be made up by the sweet fragrance of the rose, to be found with the rose green teaby Kusmi Tea. This green tea from China is rolled in rose flowers. Result ? A fresh and thirst-quenching rose tea.
The intoxicating scent of rose also goes very well with the roundness and sweetness of rooibos. The floral blend presents a liqueur with warm hues, on the border between the orange-red of rooibos and the light pink of the flower of the same name. Rose can also be enjoyed alone, in herbal tea. It is also possible to make your own rose infusion. To do this, pick a beautiful fresh rose from your garden (avoid flowers that have been subjected to pesticides). Tear off the petals. Place them in a tea filter and immerse them in water at 90°C for 3 minutes. Savor the herbal tea and benefit from its multiple virtues.
Rose tea, many benefits
Beyond their flavors, rose, tea and rooibos would have antioxidant properties that are good to associate with! In infusion, rose is used as a tonic drink. Its analgesic power would provide relief against sore throats and ulcers. Rose petals contain mineral salts, micronutrients essential for the proper functioning of the body. Rose infusion would also have antioxidant power, thanks to its vitamins C, which strengthen the immune system, contribute to the healing of wounds, preserve the good condition of blood vessels, have a positive effect on our mood, and even help with weight loss! Its antioxidant effect would help slow down aging. Who says better? Like the rose, tea also releases beneficial antioxidants
Unlike tea, rooibos (which we nickname “red tea”) does not contain theine. But guess what, it’s also rich in antioxidants! Rose tea would therefore be both good for health and for the palate. Connoisseurs particularly appreciate the Grasse rose.
The Grasse rose, flower of all temptations
Noses, farmers, Grassois and tourists are unanimous: the Grasse rose is magical. Both beautiful and deliciously fragrant, it fully deserves its reputation. But where does it come from? Its real name is Centifolia and etymologically means “hundred leaves”. Legend has it that it originated in the Caucasus and began to be cultivated in Europe in the 16th century. Today, the Centifolia rose reigns over the pretty town of Grasse, in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, which produces 80 tonnes each year.
How is the Grasse rose grown and processed?
Imagine: entire fields covered with roses just hatched, fragrant alleys, producers who share their passion with you through picking, distillation or even tasting workshops... No need to pinch yourself, it's not a dream. The show offered by Centifolia rose harvests takes place every May in Grasse. Because it is fragile and delicate, the “May rose” should be picked soon after hatching. It is untied by hand, in the early morning, before the sun is too high in the sky and the heat strips it away, with gestures passed down from generation to generation. The petals are then transformed on site, to avoid damaging the flower by transporting it. They will give rose water, essential oil or can also be candied or crystallized. An unforgettable sensory experience. The rose of Grasse gives rise to very full bright pink flowers. Their scent is particularly powerful and sweet. The May rose is ideal for flavoring teas or herbal teas!
Alain Ducasse White Tea, a raspberry and rose tea
Does your mouth water? Discover our Alain Ducasse White Tea to the delicate raspberry and rose flavors. A perfect tea for your tea times with friends!